133999 - Division Head, Gastroenterology

Work Location
VGH 12th & Oak
Supplementary Job Title
Physicians & Medical Staff - Gastroenterology
Labour Agreement
Medical Staff
Position Type
Permanent
Job Status
Regular Full-Time
Job Category
Physicians

Come work as the Division Head, Gastroenterology with Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH)!

As the Head of Gastroenterology, you will lead a team of skilled professionals dedicated to the diagnosis, treatment, and research of gastrointestinal disorders. Your role will be pivotal in advancing the department’s clinical, academic, and research missions while ensuring top-quality patient care. You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of experts to implement innovative approaches to gastroenterology, utilizing state-of-the-art technology and techniques.

As the Division Head, Gastroenterology with Vancouver Coastal Health, you will:

• Provide leadership and oversight of all clinical, research, and educational activities within the Department of Gastroenterology.
• Develop and implement strategies to enhance patient care, including expanding access to services and adopting the latest advancements in treatment.
• Foster a culture of excellence in teaching and mentoring, contributing to the ongoing development of medical students, residents, and fellows.
• Drive innovation through active participation in research initiatives and collaboration with local and international partners.

The Services will be provided at Vancouver Acute Health Service Delivery Area (VGH, UBCH, GF Strong) of Vancouver Coastal Health (''VCH"). It is expected that, on average, the time required to perform the Services will be approximately 4 hours per week (0.1 FTE).

Education, Licensing, & Experience:

• Canadian Medical Protective Association (CMPA)
• Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians of Canada (FRCPC) - Mandatory

Additional Qualifications:

• Proven track record of leadership in a clinical or academic setting.
• Strong commitment to patient care, education, and research.
• Excellent communication and team-building skills.

Join Us: This is an exciting leadership role offering the chance to influence the future of gastroenterology at a world-class hospital. Apply now to be a part of VGH’s tradition of excellence in healthcare.

Interested in applying? Feel free to reach out to Khuushali Raja, Executive and Medical Staff Talent Acquisition Advisor: medstaffcareers@vch.ca or click “Apply Now.”

Please note that a resume and cover letter are required to apply for this position.

WHY JOIN VANCOUVER COASTAL HEALTH?

VCH is a world class innovator in medical care, research and teaching, delivering service to more than one million BC residents. At VCH, we embrace thinking boldly, taking smart risks, and "going first" when we believe it will lead to the best possible outcomes for patients and their families. We invite you to join us in creating healthy lives in healthy communities by showcasing our passion for care, connection to the communities we serve and our culture of teamwork that makes VCH a great place to work.

• Grow your career with employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities
• Wellness supports, including counselling, critical incident and innovative wellness services are available to employees and their immediate families
• Award-winning recognition programs to honour staff, medical staff and volunteers
• Access to exclusive discount offers and deals for VCH staff

Equity, diversity, and inclusion are essential to our goals of creating a great place to work and delivering exceptional care. We acknowledge and accommodate unique differences and ensure special measures are in place so that all prospective and current employees are given an opportunity to succeed.

We are committed to building a representative workforce and encourage applications reflecting diversity of sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, racialization or ancestry, disability, political belief, religion, marital or family status, age, and/or status as a First Nation, Metis, Inuit, or Indigenous person.

Vancouver Coastal Health is proud to be recognized as one of Canada's Top 100 Employers in 2024.